Taguig City strengthened its focus on responsive and efficient local legislation as around 340 participants from the Sangguniang Panlungsod Office joined a seminar-workshop held on September 10 at the New Taguig City Hall in Barangay Ususan. The activity, conducted as part of Councilors’ Week 2026, brought together city councilors, Sangguniang Panlungsod officials, legislative staff, and other personnel involved in drafting, reviewing, and approving local ordinances.
Building More Responsive Local Legislation
The seminar-workshop focused on strengthening legislative work and helping participants better understand how local ordinances can support the city's priority programs. Among the topics discussed were the review of existing ordinances, the use of digital tools in legislative processes, and ways to make government procedures more efficient. The activity also highlighted the importance of developing legislation that responds to community concerns and the needs of residents.
Digital Tools and More Efficient Government Processes
One of the sessions focused on the use of digital tools in legislative work, reflecting the growing role of technology in local government processes. Participants also discussed Republic Act No. 11032, or the Ease of Doing Business and Efficient Government Service Delivery Act, which provides a framework for streamlining government transactions and reducing unnecessary procedures. The discussions aimed to identify practical ways to improve legislative and public-service processes.
Addressing Community Concerns Through the Sangguniang Panlungsod
The seminar also emphasized the role of the Sangguniang Panlungsod in responding to concerns raised within communities. Councilor Gamaliel San Pedro highlighted the importance of local legislation in addressing community needs and supporting faster delivery of public services. The participants also reviewed existing city ordinances and discussed possible improvements to make legislation and government services more responsive and efficient.
